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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France
Avignon.
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Avignon, located in the heart of Provence, is famous for its historical significance as the seat of the papacy in the 14th century. The iconic Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases stunning Gothic architecture and rich history. Set against the backdrop of the Rhône River, the city is lively with local markets, street performances, and traditional festivals. The annual Festival d'Avignon celebrates theater and performing arts, attracting artists and audiences from around the globe. Visitors can explore charming streets lined with cafés, while enjoying regional specialties like ratatouille and local wines from the surrounding vineyards.
Palais des PapesPont d'AvignonAvignon FestivalMedieval city walls and historic center
What you'll do here
Things to do.
- 01Visit the Palais des Papes and its frescoed chambers
- 02Walk across the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet bridge
- 03Explore wine estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
- 04Stroll through the walled old town and Place de l'Horloge
- 05Visit Les Halles covered market for Provençal products
- 06Tour the Rocher des Doms gardens with river views
Within a short drive
Nearby attractions.
Châteauneuf-du-Papeprestigious wine village with castle ruins
Pont du Gardmagnificent Roman aqueduct bridge
OrangeRoman theater and UNESCO World Heritage site
Les Baux-de-Provencehilltop village with fortress
Isle-sur-la-Sorgueantiques town with canals
Gordesbeautiful hilltop village in the Luberon
A year in Avignon
Monthly weather.
Best weatherLeast crowded
january10°/2°
Least crowded55mm
february12°/2°
Least crowded45mm
march16°/5°
Least crowded45mm
april19°/8°
50mm
may23°/12°
Best weather50mm
june28°/16°
35mm
july31°/18°
25mm
august30°/18°
35mm
september26°/14°
Best weather60mm
october21°/11°
Best weather80mm
november14°/6°
65mm
december10°/3°
55mm
Averages from the last decade · source: local weather records
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